Postharvest Quality Comparison of Canaan Fir and Fraser Fir Christmas Trees

摘要

The United States annually utilizes over 35 million live Christmas trees. Post-harvest quality of trees is an important concern of growers, wholesalers, retailers, and consumers. Christmas tree postharvest quality deteriorates over time and is a function of water status (Chastagner, 1986). Common postharvest quality problems include premature needle drop, poor foliage color, trunk splitting, loss of fragrance, reduced branch flexibility, and increased susceptibility to fire (Hinesley, 1984).